ANT Telecom are really excited to announce our new partnership with Draeger Safety UK, a global leader in the field of safety technology, and Isle Systems a provider in lone worker protection technology that will deliver an integrated, all in one gas detection and lone worker solution. The solution is available for organisations to use in hazardous environments, where it is important to ensure the safety of lone workers, while maintaining gas detection priorities. The overall partnership between these three companies will enable organisations in many sectors – including energy and water utilities, telecoms, and food and drink production – to protect employees cost effectively and streamline worker safety.
Dräger’s expertise in manufacturing reliable Bluetooth-enabled gas detectors, combined with Isle Systems’ innovative lone worker software, creates a robust solution that enhances safety without requiring businesses to overhaul their existing equipment. Further, this strategic partnership addresses the need for a flexible, streamlined and integrated system that protects workers from gas exposure and lone-working risks simultaneously.
The benefit of a combined gas detection and lone worker solution
The integrated solution pairs any Bluetooth-enabled Draeger gas detector with the Atlas SOS lone worker app, typically installed on workers existing smartphone. Although some all-in-one devices may appeal to businesses, they can lack practicality; because often workers prefer not to carry their gas detectors when they believe they are not needed. This leaves them vulnerable and unprotected in many lone-working situations.
In comparison, the joint Dräger and Isle Systems solution enables lone workers to use their current Bluetooth Dräger gas detectors with their own smartphones, and with the Isle Systems lone worker app installed, eliminating the need to invest in new lone worker devices. So, if a lone worker does leave their gas detector behind, then they have the lone worker app and supporting communications infrastructure to help. This failsafe protects the organisation and employees, and the app can be configured with many kinds of communication devices.
Alarms and responders
The solution provides users with comprehensive protection. ‘SOS alarms’ allow workers to initiate alarms on their smartphone or with a small external Bluetooth-connected key fob. ‘Person-down detection’ automates the trigger of an alarm when a worker becomes incapacitated. Whereas ‘Gas alarms’ raise alerts when dangerous levels of gas are detected.
All alarms are relayed to central and local response teams in seconds. This provides crucial information to responder teams. This includes the worker’s name, accurate location, telephone number and any dangerous gases present. Responders can collaborate using Push-to-Talk (PTT) technology, enabling them to coordinate their actions in real-time to support colleagues quickly and with the appropriate safety equipment, such as emergency escape sets.
Meeting sustainability targets
Since this integrated solution enables organisations to make use of their existing Bluetooth-enabled Dräger gas detectors and smartphones, it eliminates the need for organisations to invest in dedicated lone worker devices. This not only reduces the number of devices workers have to carry, but saves money and minimises electronic waste too.
Conclusion
This new partnership will help deliver a comprehensive, flexible, cost-effective approach to safety that protects workers from both gas hazards and lone-working risks while also enabling organisations to utilise their existing equipment, reducing costs and environmental impact. In turn, this also ensures rapid alarm response with centralised and local team coordination. Further, companies that require fewer gas monitors compared to the number of lone workers, can use the same lone worker solution across all users, and only invest in the gas detectors they actually need.
To find out more about the all in one gas detection and lone worker solution, please contact us on 01494 833100 or fill out our form on our contact us page.
